Al-Uwaysiyat Mosque
| Al-Uwaysiyat Mosque | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Islam |
| Location | |
| Location | Tripoli, Lebanon |
| Architecture | |
| Style | Mamluk |
| Completed | 1461 |
The Al-Uwaysiyat is a mosque in Tripoli, Lebanon. It was built in 1461 during the Mamluks period.[1]
History
The mosque was built in 1461. It was renovated in 1534 during the Ottoman period.[1]
Architecture
This mosque is known for its large mid-dome and for its cylindrical Ottoman minaret. From the balcony of its minaret, a smaller cylindrical shape starts than ends with a conical head.
References
- ^ a b Salam-Liebich, Hayat. The Architecture of the Mamluk City of Tripoli. pp. 82–83.
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